A proposed boathouse on the Grand Forks side of the Red River got the thumbs-up from the City Council Monday.
Ground UP Adventures, a local group dedicated to outdoor activities, plans to rent out canoes, kayaks, paddleboards and bikes.
Andy Magness, the group's chairman, said he's still raising money for the estimated $90,000 project. He's working with the state tourism office, the city, JLG Architects, Cabela's, Scheels and the Ski & Bike Shop, some of which are providing in-kind services or equipment, but he estimated there's still about $20,000 left to raise.
The facility could be ready to open as early as August, he has said.
